Physiotherapist

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and run physiotherapy rehab therapy services in the Senior Care Centre (in coordination with the Centre Manager and Occupational Therapist)
• Conduct assessments for SCC clients during admission and periodic reviews
• Institute an appropriate and effective client therapy treatment
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions with the SCC care team
• Contribute to formulation and follow-up of clients Individual Care Plan (ICP) to ensure holistic health and care coverage
• Plan and conduct group therapy programme and activities for day care clients
• Review and revise programme schedule when necessary to enhance quality of therapy program
• Take charge of proper documentation of therapy records.
• Understand dementia issues and know how to manage clients who display behavioural problems (associated with onset of dementia)
• Interact to foster close and warm relationships with clients families and caregivers; and to exhibit with sincerity the care and respect of clients
• Take charge of other duties which the Centre Manager may assign from time to time

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Qualification: Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy, qualified and registered with AHPC (Allied Health Professions Council)
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of working experience in a hospital or eldercare institution; preference is for a candidate with working experience in a community setting

Other Knowledge / Skills / Attributes:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Possess a passionate disposition to interact with frail seniors